House Bill No. 1274 aims to enhance the management and oversight of intelligence databases related to combinations, criminal street gangs, and foreign terrorist organizations in Texas. The bill introduces new provisions requiring the Department of Criminal Justice to notify individuals when their information is included in the intelligence database, including details on how to dispute this inclusion and the process for removing their information after renouncing membership in such organizations. Additionally, the bill mandates that the department post relevant information on its website regarding these processes.

Furthermore, the bill establishes restrictions on the use of information contained in the intelligence database, ensuring it cannot be used for employment eligibility determinations or to limit constitutional rights. It also requires annual audits by the state auditor to assess the retention of information in the database, with a focus on removing data that has been held for over ten years without sufficient evidence. The bill outlines a clear process for individuals to seek judicial review of their information and mandates the destruction of records if the information is found to be inaccurate or improperly included. The provisions are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.